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Bringing Them Home: FG Unveils Emergency Plan To Airlift Trapped Nigerians Out Of South Africa.

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The Federal Government is moving forward with its efforts to bring Nigerians home from South Africa, confirming that an additional evacuation flight is expected to arrive this Tuesday. This measure comes as a proactive step to ensure the safety of citizens amid rising concerns regarding potential xenophobic protests scheduled to begin on June 30.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Kimiebi Ebienfa, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, confirmed the details of the operation on Monday. An Air Peace flight was scheduled to depart Nigeria at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, June 29, 2026, arriving in South Africa by 9:00 p.m. local time. The return flight is set to leave South Africa at midnight, with an expected arrival at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport in Lagos on Tuesday morning.

For those choosing to stay in South Africa, Ebienfa provided important safety guidance: “To be calm and security conscious. Avoid routes and areas dominated by protesters. Always be in contact with the Nigerian High Commission for necessary updates.”

This ongoing evacuation is part of a voluntary program approved by President Bola Tinubu earlier this month. Following the screening of over 500 interested individuals, the government authorized five dedicated Air Peace flights to facilitate their return. To date, 328 Nigerians have already been safely repatriated across two previous operations: 262 citizens arrived on June 11, followed by another 66 on June 25. The Ministry continues to work closely with Air Peace and relevant authorities to ensure the safety of all Nigerians throughout this process.

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THE ULTIMATE SHOCKER: Sowore Drops A Bombshell And Accuses Amaechi Of Plotting To Poison Him!.

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  • Post-Conference Exchange: Following their heated clash at the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) conference in Port Harcourt, African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore revealed on Arise News that he called former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi to demand an apology.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • The “Poison” Joke: Sowore recounted that instead of apologizing, Amaechi invited him over for food and drinks, to which Sowore playfully responded that he declined out of fear of being poisoned because he knew Amaechi was upset.

    • Democratic Credentials: Defending his political background, Sowore argued that his pro-democracy activism created the very political space that allowed politicians like Amaechi—who is the African Democratic Congress (ADC) vice-presidential candidate—to serve in high offices like speaker, governor, and minister.

    • Clash Over Records: Their initial disagreement ignited when Sowore criticized Amaechi’s record on railway projects and fuel subsidies, prompting Amaechi to defend his infrastructure projects and tell Sowore to “close his mouth” while politicians were speaking.

    • Economic Stance & Leadership View: Reaffirming his opposition to the removal of petrol subsidies, Sowore maintained that true leadership should be measured by vision, problem-solving, and commitment rather than merely holding past government positions.

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THE ULTIMATE RESCUE: How Gallant Troops Smashed A Bandit Hideout And Freed 14 Captives In A Rain Of Bullets!.

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  • Successful Rescue: Nigerian Army troops from Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA successfully rescued 14 kidnapped victims from bandits in Zamfara State’s Tsafe Local Government Area.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • Swift Intervention: Acting on intelligence regarding suspicious movements near Magazu village, the troops intercepted armed criminals who were attempting to abduct motorists and other civilians.

    • Gunfight and Fugitive Bandits: After engaging the suspects in a firefight, the troops forced them to abandon their vehicle and flee into the surrounding bushes.

    • Casualties and Treatment: While no military personnel were harmed, one rescued victim sustained gunshot wounds and was promptly admitted to the General Hospital in Tsafe for treatment.

    • Ongoing Operations: The military emphasized that this successful mission is part of broader, continuous efforts by Operation FANSAN YAMMA to dismantle criminal networks and secure local communities.

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THE ULTIMATE FOREIGN EXCHANGE VERDICT: What Every Nigerian Needs To Know About Today’s Dollar Rates!.

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  • Black Market Rates: On Tuesday, August 25, 2026, Bureau De Change (BDC) sources at the Lagos parallel market reported that the US dollar was sold at ₦1,407 and bought at ₦1,398.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • CBN Official Rates: Meanwhile, official Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) figures recorded a highest rate of ₦1,350 and a lowest rate of ₦1,345 for the USD to NGN exchange.

    • Important Disclaimers: The CBN does not officially recognize the parallel market and advises individuals to conduct forex transactions through commercial banks. Additionally, actual market prices may vary depending on the platform or dealer.

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